Dahlia Mughrabi

Understanding current trends and anticipating future changes is crucial for staying ahead in this constantly evolving industry. But what does the crystal ball say? Expert staffing practitioners will share insights on emerging trends, potential challenges, and opportunities that could shape the future of contingent workforce management.

• Gain a clear understanding of the most significant trends shaping the contingent workforce industry
• Take home expert forecasts on upcoming challenges and opportunities to improve your programs right now
• Position your organization to not only navigate but also capitalize on the evolving dynamics of the contingent workforce market

Direct sourcing is rapidly becoming a game-changer in the contingent workforce landscape, allowing organizations to tap into high-quality talent pools more efficiently and cost-effectively. Learn how to leverage technology, build strong talent communities, and integrate direct sourcing into your overall talent strategy. You will gain insights into the benefits of direct sourcing, how to overcome common challenges, and measure your efforts' success.

• Create and maintain a robust talent pool that can be directly sourced for contingent roles, ensuring a ready supply of high quality candidates
• Discover the tools and platforms that can streamline your direct sourcing efforts, from AI-driven talent matching to automated engagement strategies
• Seamlessly incorporate direct sourcing into your broader talent acquisition and management strategy

Room 1: MSPs – Dive into the world of Managed Service Providers with fellow enthusiasts. 

Session Leaders : Keisha Stephens, Director, Workforce Compliance, Roku, Pamela Randall, Category Business Manager - Global Staffing, Applied Materials Semonie Kong, CWP Program Manager, Altassian 

Sponsored by Tandym 

Location: Grand Ballroom A-C

 Room 2: VMSs – Connect with those who live and breathe Vendor Management  

Systems. Sponsored by FlentisVMS 

Location: Grand Ballroom E

Room 3: In-house Programs – Chat with peers managing in-house programs and share best practices. Session Leaders: Karen Ben-Alta, Director, External Workforce & Procurement Operations, Transamerica Kimberly Dinsmore, Senior Manager, EWS Program, MIT Lincoln Laboratory , Mickey Pelletier, Founder, CWM Strategies Sponsored by Mindlance and Collabera 

Location: Grand Ballroom D

Room 4: Tech and Innovation – Get futuristic with discussions on the latest tech and innovations. Session Leaders: Jean-Patrick Ceant, Supply Chain Manager - Invoicing, Vendor Compliance and Supplier Enablement, Marathon Oil, Angela Westhead, Manager, Contingent Workforce & BPO, Zendesk Sponsored by SageIT  

Location: Catalunia A

 Room 5: Gen 1 Programs – Perfect for those just starting out—learn and share experiences. Session Leaders: Eric Osterhout, Category Lead Indirect Purchasing, Contingent Labor, Huntsman Corporation  & Laura Boschert, Program Manager, Extended Workforce, Collective Health At Contract – NextGen IT 

Location: Catalunia B

 Room 6: Direct Sourcing – Talk shop with experts in direct sourcing and talent management. Session Leaders: Wesly Beck, Global Head of External Workforce, Block, Dahlia Mughrabi, Sr. Labor Category Manager, ExxonMobil , Sponsored by Curately AI    

Location: Aragon